Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

GREAT PRESTON ROAD, PO33 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREAT PRESTON ROAD, PO33 1DL.

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Population

385

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PO33 1DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PO33 1DL's 58% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO33 1DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Great Preston Road, 0.2km from Elmfield in Ryde. Administratively it sits within Ryde Appley & Elmfield ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

For families considering a move, PO33 1DL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for PO33 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00087596 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO33 1DL. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 115,000

7 sales · Mean £ 118,642

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PO33 1DL has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences126
Other theft21
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde

Requires Improvement236 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement184 pupils0.6 km
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Dover Park Primary School

Good210 pupils1.0 km
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Haylands Primary School

Good376 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Appley Manor Hotel0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Ryde Rowing Club0.9 km
  • Simeon Arms1.0 km
  • High Park Tavern0.3 km
  • John's Club0.4 km
  • Railway Inn0.7 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Appley Beach Cafe0.9 km
  • Cadet Beach Club0.9 km
  • Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum0.7 km
  • The Duck0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Marlborough Store0.2 km
  • Oakfield Stores0.5 km
  • Ryde Inshore Rescue0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Spar0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • French Franks 20.3 km
  • Hayden's Chip Shop0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ryde St Johns Road0.6 km
  • Smallbrook Junction1.1 km
  • Ryde1.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Lower Highland Road0.2 km
  • Arundel Road0.2 km
  • Arundel Road0.3 km
  • Lower Highland Road0.3 km
  • St Johns Church0.3 km